Celtic Celebration with Highland Games
September 19 & 20
Step into the spirited world of a grand Celtic Celebration, where ancient traditions, lively music, and Highland pride come together in an unforgettable festival of strength and heritage! Wander among the sounds of bagpipes and drums as clans gather to celebrate Celtic culture through spirited dances, legendary tales, and warm hospitality.
Feel the excitement build as mighty athletes compete in the thrilling Highland Games, showcasing feats of strength with caber tosses, hammer throws, and tests of endurance that echo the traditions of the Scottish Highlands. From the cheers of the crowd to the vibrant colors of tartans waving in the breeze, every moment is filled with energy, camaraderie, and timeless tradition.
Raise a toast, join the revelry, and immerse yourself in a celebration where Celtic legends come alive, memories are forged, and the spirit of the Highlands will leave you truly spellbound!
CREATIVE COMPETITION
Fairy Houses
Show your hand made fairy house (sized smaller than 16”x 16”x 16” ) to the box office so you can get in free to enter the fairy house competition on either Saturday, Sep 19th or Sept 20th.
Competition is at 10:30 AM in the Enchanted Forest. Judging takes place at 10:30 AM and winners are immediately announced and given their prizes.
Artisans who wish to participate in the long-standing tradition of having your fairy house displayed in the Enchanted forest, you may do so at that time and trade us you fairy house for either two tickets to the Kansas City Renaissance festival or the Knights of Lights festival in December. Artisans who do not wish to have their fairy houses on display, may take them after the competition.
Contests
What’s a Celtic Celebration without a Highland Games! join us on our Shadowgate Downs Joust Field to show your strength!
Shadowgate Downs
| TIME | EVENT |
|---|---|
| 11:30 AM | Stone Throw |
| 2:00 PM | Caber Toss |
| 4:00 PM | Keg Toss |
If the Highland Games aren’t calling your name, try your luck at one of these fun contests instead on the Merry Mayhem Stage!
Merry Mayhem Stage
| TIME | EVENT |
|---|---|
| 11:45 AM | Costume Contest sponsored by American Leatherworks |
| 12:30 PM | "Sheep" Toss |
| 1:45 PM | Sausage Eating Contest sponsored by Fritz's Meats & Superior Sausage |
| 3:30 PM | Rootbeer Chugging Contest sponsored by The Candy Wizard |
Entertainment
| TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| All Day | Celtic Badges Craft | Children's Realm |
| 12 PM, 2 PM & 4 PM | Bag Piper | Choral Pavilion |
| 11 AM & 12:30 PM | Celtic Dancers | Maypole |
Deals & Discounts
Harvester’s
Donate 5 canned goods to the Harvester’s foundation outside the gate and receive a coupon to take to the Box Office so you can buy one adult ticket at the box office and get a second adult ticket free. (doesn’t include tickets purchased online)
Scouts
Come in your uniform – get $5 off your ticket purchased at the box office!
Celebration of Cities
Bring you Driver’s License or a piece of mail with your name and address on it showing one of these cities and you will get $3 off your ticket purchased at the box office:
- Leavenworth, Kansas
- Clinton, Missouri
- Lincoln, Nebraska
- Des Moines, Iowa
Renaissance Scholars
Students grade K-College, show your proof of good grades (all As and Bs or equivalent) either digitally or on paper at the box office and get a free ticket. College student must show current school ID.
Artisan Appreciation
Shop with the artisans inside the festival. Show your paper receipts of purchases totaling over $200 and receive a free ticket to our Renaissance Festival. (exception Oct 11-13 you have the choice of receiving a free ticket to Knights of Lights festival instead.
Military & First Responders
With work ID you receive $5 off one adult ticket!
